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The
BANNER
Vol. XXX. Issue HI
California Baptist C oik-at
September 27, 1985
Reasons Sighted in Enrollment Dilemma
RIVERSIDE — Despite old student debts this past
the many changes and im- fiscal year. That's over a
provements readily notice- quarter of the school deficit
able at California Baptist
College this fall, there is a
disturbing reality that remains: poor retention.
Enrollment for Fall 1985 is
exactly the same as enrollment for Fall 1984: 597. Don
Hokett, Registrar, says there
from last year.
Earlene Haisty, student accounts manager, says that at
one point over 30 pre-regis-
tered students had their
registration held up because
of financial problems. All
but 11 had cleared their ac-
are 204 new students this year counts and registered as of
— including transfers — press time,
compared to 193 last year. Dr. Russell Tuck was
Since enrollment remains the counting on such an increase,
same, that means at least 11 since this years budget was
students left that were replaced by new students since
last year.
What does all this mean?
It means that we're bringing
in a lot of new students to
replace a lot of old students.
Kent Dacus, admissions
counselor remarked,
"They're leaving just as quick
as they get here.
based on an enrollment of
675. According to Hixson,
Cal Baptist lost roughly
$200,000 in tuition money
alone due to low enrollment.
Hixson says, however, that
the cuts, if any, will come out
of equipment, not personnel
or programs. The administration is hoping that Pacific
Group, a fundraising com-
"Our enrollment would be pany specializing in phone/
fine if we had better retention" he said. "It's never really been a new student
problem!'
One obvious culprit for
this drain of students is a
crackdown on student accounts. "We're going to be
tough on current students
and future students!' says
Tom Hixson, vice president
for business affairs.
"Students shouldn't leave
here owing money!'
According to Hixson,
students owing money on
their account from previous
years were not allowed to
register for Fall. This is very
understandable as the college
had to write off $100,000 in
Hatzenbuehler Hired
mail programs, will help
make up some of the lost
funds. All funds, according
to Jay Chance, vice president
for public affairs, will go to
the school's operational
budget. The Administrative
Staff is also looking into
other options.
Tuck, however, feels the
problem is bigger than
money. "I think retention
had a lot to do with morale;'
the president said.
Dacus agrees. He feels two
big reasons people leave Cal
Baptist are lack of concern
for the individual and disillusionment on the part of the
student. He feels often the
school works hard to get
students here, working out
their problems the first year.
"After that, they're kind of
forgotten!'
While Dacus thinks money
is the number one reason
people don't return — "No
doubt in my mind" — he emphasizes that personal contact is the key to retention.
"We've got to have more
personal contact with our
students; we've got to care
about people and let them
know we care. If we do that,
we'll see tremendous results!'
As of now, there is no one
person in charge of retention
or specific enrollment data at
CBC. There is no record of
which students leave and for
what reasons. There is no attempt to find out, scientifically, what is wrong with
the retention. It is only by induction that one knows there
even is a retention problem.
John Potter, Director of
Admissions, feels that retention should be studied more
closely. "I would like to see a
retention study!' said Potter.
"Otherwise, we're guessing!'
Such an ongoing study,
Potter teeis, would give the
school a chance to understand why people leave, as
well as why they stay. While
stressing that he cannot
speak for the rest of the administration, Potter said, "I
would like to see that (retention study) as a permanent
position for somebody at this
school!'
By using some sort of
standardized scale of "vital
areas of the college experience" in polling students and
Security Frowns on New Staffer
California Baptist College
. has made an effort to further
the security protection of the
dorms by hiring resident hall
safety officer, Tony Hatzenbuehler. However, campus
security is not so pleased
with the title of "safety
officer".
"It is an erroneous title!'
stated Jerry Laird, head of
campus security. According
to Laird, Hatzenbuehler is a
dorm receptionist rather than
a security officer since he is
not a member of campus
security, nor under the direction of Jerry Laird.
Dennis Sheridan, dean of
student life, admits that the
title of "safety officer" is not
appropriate for the position
that Hatzenbuehler has
undergone; although at this
time the title will remain
official.
Laird, however, was taken
offense at the creation of this
position not merely because
of the misnomer in title but
because it was created with
no consultation with himself;
Laird sees this as a direct
reflection on himself and his
staff. According to Sheridan,
though, this is in no way a
reflection upon safety
services.
Hatzenbuehler's responsibilities are to monitor the activities within Simmon's Hall
from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Also to make routine inspections of the surrounding area
in order to keep a control
over unwanted persons on
campus.
Another of Hatzenbuehler's responsibilities is to
serve as a public relations
figure. Any questions the
students might have about
situations in the dorms may
be brought to him anytime he
is on duty.
Willie Hamlett, Director
of Housing, sees the addition
to the staff as a move in the
right direction.
"Since the renovation of
the two lounges, it is helpful
to have someone there constantly!'
A new security measure is
to lock two of the four main
lobby doors each night. Hatzenbuehler can watch the
dorms specifically and be
aware of strangers in the
lobbies.
Hamlett doesn't see Hatzenbuehler's position raking
away from the security officers' duties in any way.
Hatzenbuehler is mainly on
duty to help security in case
an emergency arises in the
residence halls.
These seats could have been filled by some of
the 75 projected students.
alumni, Potter thinks that the president mentioned the
over a number of years
"themes" will begin to show
up. By concentrating on
these problem areas, as well
as some positive themes,
CBC can then take steps to
correct or strengthen its programs. Then and only then,
Potter feels, will we be able to
effectively take care of
retention.
While at this time CBC
has not taken such an aggressive approach to retention,
Potter and others in the administration all point at certain areas where improvement has been made, in an
effort to curb declining
enrollment. Both Potter and
new approach to freshmen
advisement, by involving the
faculty and staff, as a
positive change. Potter feels
this program helps new
students "get on the right
track" as they enter college.
Other new changes designed to improve college life and
retention pointed out by administrators included the
developmental program,
designed to assist students
with minimal problems in
three academic areas, the addition of a soccer team,
physical changes in campus
appearances such as the new
dorm lobbies, and added
staff.
Dance Issue Debated
To dance or not to dance
was the main topic at last
night's forum held in the first
floor lounge of Simmons
Hall.
This forum, sponsored by
the Associated Student
Council, is the first of a
series developed to allow
both students and administration to see both sides of
current issues on and off the
California Baptist College
campus.
Six panelists each
presented a three-minute
argument as to whether or
not dances should be allowed
on or off campus. The three
speakers presenting the argument for dancing were
English professor Dr.
Margaret Dana, and students
Barbara Sherrill and Doug
Hollinger. Defending the current policy were Dean of Student Life Dennis Sheridan,
Religion Professor Trevie
Dean, and student Robert
Wood. The forum was
moderated by History Professor, Ed Reed.
After each panelist commented, Carlteon opened the
discussion to the floor.
Students asked panelists
pointed questions and
awareness was raised
concerning the established
policy.
Jon Jarboe, Activities
Director of the A.S. Council,
states that "the forums are
for the students and their attendance and participation
are essential!' Jarboe went on
to say that the campus
shouldn't be "sheltered"
from current controversial
issues. He and the A.S.
Council are in the process of
scheduling other forums in
the future.

The
BANNER
Vol. XXX. Issue HI
California Baptist C oik-at
September 27, 1985
Reasons Sighted in Enrollment Dilemma
RIVERSIDE — Despite old student debts this past
the many changes and im- fiscal year. That's over a
provements readily notice- quarter of the school deficit
able at California Baptist
College this fall, there is a
disturbing reality that remains: poor retention.
Enrollment for Fall 1985 is
exactly the same as enrollment for Fall 1984: 597. Don
Hokett, Registrar, says there
from last year.
Earlene Haisty, student accounts manager, says that at
one point over 30 pre-regis-
tered students had their
registration held up because
of financial problems. All
but 11 had cleared their ac-
are 204 new students this year counts and registered as of
— including transfers — press time,
compared to 193 last year. Dr. Russell Tuck was
Since enrollment remains the counting on such an increase,
same, that means at least 11 since this years budget was
students left that were replaced by new students since
last year.
What does all this mean?
It means that we're bringing
in a lot of new students to
replace a lot of old students.
Kent Dacus, admissions
counselor remarked,
"They're leaving just as quick
as they get here.
based on an enrollment of
675. According to Hixson,
Cal Baptist lost roughly
$200,000 in tuition money
alone due to low enrollment.
Hixson says, however, that
the cuts, if any, will come out
of equipment, not personnel
or programs. The administration is hoping that Pacific
Group, a fundraising com-
"Our enrollment would be pany specializing in phone/
fine if we had better retention" he said. "It's never really been a new student
problem!'
One obvious culprit for
this drain of students is a
crackdown on student accounts. "We're going to be
tough on current students
and future students!' says
Tom Hixson, vice president
for business affairs.
"Students shouldn't leave
here owing money!'
According to Hixson,
students owing money on
their account from previous
years were not allowed to
register for Fall. This is very
understandable as the college
had to write off $100,000 in
Hatzenbuehler Hired
mail programs, will help
make up some of the lost
funds. All funds, according
to Jay Chance, vice president
for public affairs, will go to
the school's operational
budget. The Administrative
Staff is also looking into
other options.
Tuck, however, feels the
problem is bigger than
money. "I think retention
had a lot to do with morale;'
the president said.
Dacus agrees. He feels two
big reasons people leave Cal
Baptist are lack of concern
for the individual and disillusionment on the part of the
student. He feels often the
school works hard to get
students here, working out
their problems the first year.
"After that, they're kind of
forgotten!'
While Dacus thinks money
is the number one reason
people don't return — "No
doubt in my mind" — he emphasizes that personal contact is the key to retention.
"We've got to have more
personal contact with our
students; we've got to care
about people and let them
know we care. If we do that,
we'll see tremendous results!'
As of now, there is no one
person in charge of retention
or specific enrollment data at
CBC. There is no record of
which students leave and for
what reasons. There is no attempt to find out, scientifically, what is wrong with
the retention. It is only by induction that one knows there
even is a retention problem.
John Potter, Director of
Admissions, feels that retention should be studied more
closely. "I would like to see a
retention study!' said Potter.
"Otherwise, we're guessing!'
Such an ongoing study,
Potter teeis, would give the
school a chance to understand why people leave, as
well as why they stay. While
stressing that he cannot
speak for the rest of the administration, Potter said, "I
would like to see that (retention study) as a permanent
position for somebody at this
school!'
By using some sort of
standardized scale of "vital
areas of the college experience" in polling students and
Security Frowns on New Staffer
California Baptist College
. has made an effort to further
the security protection of the
dorms by hiring resident hall
safety officer, Tony Hatzenbuehler. However, campus
security is not so pleased
with the title of "safety
officer".
"It is an erroneous title!'
stated Jerry Laird, head of
campus security. According
to Laird, Hatzenbuehler is a
dorm receptionist rather than
a security officer since he is
not a member of campus
security, nor under the direction of Jerry Laird.
Dennis Sheridan, dean of
student life, admits that the
title of "safety officer" is not
appropriate for the position
that Hatzenbuehler has
undergone; although at this
time the title will remain
official.
Laird, however, was taken
offense at the creation of this
position not merely because
of the misnomer in title but
because it was created with
no consultation with himself;
Laird sees this as a direct
reflection on himself and his
staff. According to Sheridan,
though, this is in no way a
reflection upon safety
services.
Hatzenbuehler's responsibilities are to monitor the activities within Simmon's Hall
from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Also to make routine inspections of the surrounding area
in order to keep a control
over unwanted persons on
campus.
Another of Hatzenbuehler's responsibilities is to
serve as a public relations
figure. Any questions the
students might have about
situations in the dorms may
be brought to him anytime he
is on duty.
Willie Hamlett, Director
of Housing, sees the addition
to the staff as a move in the
right direction.
"Since the renovation of
the two lounges, it is helpful
to have someone there constantly!'
A new security measure is
to lock two of the four main
lobby doors each night. Hatzenbuehler can watch the
dorms specifically and be
aware of strangers in the
lobbies.
Hamlett doesn't see Hatzenbuehler's position raking
away from the security officers' duties in any way.
Hatzenbuehler is mainly on
duty to help security in case
an emergency arises in the
residence halls.
These seats could have been filled by some of
the 75 projected students.
alumni, Potter thinks that the president mentioned the
over a number of years
"themes" will begin to show
up. By concentrating on
these problem areas, as well
as some positive themes,
CBC can then take steps to
correct or strengthen its programs. Then and only then,
Potter feels, will we be able to
effectively take care of
retention.
While at this time CBC
has not taken such an aggressive approach to retention,
Potter and others in the administration all point at certain areas where improvement has been made, in an
effort to curb declining
enrollment. Both Potter and
new approach to freshmen
advisement, by involving the
faculty and staff, as a
positive change. Potter feels
this program helps new
students "get on the right
track" as they enter college.
Other new changes designed to improve college life and
retention pointed out by administrators included the
developmental program,
designed to assist students
with minimal problems in
three academic areas, the addition of a soccer team,
physical changes in campus
appearances such as the new
dorm lobbies, and added
staff.
Dance Issue Debated
To dance or not to dance
was the main topic at last
night's forum held in the first
floor lounge of Simmons
Hall.
This forum, sponsored by
the Associated Student
Council, is the first of a
series developed to allow
both students and administration to see both sides of
current issues on and off the
California Baptist College
campus.
Six panelists each
presented a three-minute
argument as to whether or
not dances should be allowed
on or off campus. The three
speakers presenting the argument for dancing were
English professor Dr.
Margaret Dana, and students
Barbara Sherrill and Doug
Hollinger. Defending the current policy were Dean of Student Life Dennis Sheridan,
Religion Professor Trevie
Dean, and student Robert
Wood. The forum was
moderated by History Professor, Ed Reed.
After each panelist commented, Carlteon opened the
discussion to the floor.
Students asked panelists
pointed questions and
awareness was raised
concerning the established
policy.
Jon Jarboe, Activities
Director of the A.S. Council,
states that "the forums are
for the students and their attendance and participation
are essential!' Jarboe went on
to say that the campus
shouldn't be "sheltered"
from current controversial
issues. He and the A.S.
Council are in the process of
scheduling other forums in
the future.